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Topic: 1987 924S won't start |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 15
Views: 18563
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Sun Aug 01, 2010 11:55 pm Subject: 1987 924S won't start |
| I would also check the Flywheel, and TDC sensors. They are at the back of the engine, where there are two identical connectors stacked. Don't get them mixed up! Take a multi-meter and check the res ... |
Topic: Another AC Question/wet carpet |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 4
Views: 3684
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Sun Aug 01, 2010 11:51 pm Subject: Another AC Question/wet carpet |
| Thanks for the help! |
Topic: Another AC Question/wet carpet |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 4
Views: 3684
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 11:48 pm Subject: Another AC Question/wet carpet |
I am sorry for having to post this, I am sure it has been covered somewhere, but my searches did not come up with anything.
My carpet is wet on the passenger side front. Imagine that, I get the AC ... |
Topic: running hot |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 7
Views: 3943
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 3:24 am Subject: running hot |
What grade oil are you running?
I noticed my car runs cooler with thinner oil. |
Topic: AC Questions |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 14
Views: 18182
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Wed Jul 14, 2010 6:22 am Subject: AC Questions |
| I recently inquired at a shop about converting my 924s to R134, the shop manager advised me against it. He said that the chemicals in R134 and R12 don't mix well, and will eventually cause the compre ... |
Topic: oil wieght |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 4
Views: 3556
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Wed Jul 14, 2010 6:17 am Subject: oil wieght |
I use Amsoil 10W30. The previous owner ran Mobil 1 Synthetic, and replaced all of the seals. It does not leak.
I did a front end service, and replaced the camshaft seals, and the engine was great ... |
Topic: To Carrera GT or Not to |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 10
Views: 5333
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:50 am Subject: To Carrera GT or Not to |
Thanks Joecitizen...it is actually
Right Fender - Free (from friend from helping him on his 944s)
Left Fender - 100 (already acquired)
Front Valance Free
I need the side skirts and rear flares ... |
Topic: To Carrera GT or Not to |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 10
Views: 5333
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Thu Apr 22, 2010 10:40 pm Subject: To Carrera GT or Not to |
| OK i have an 87 924S, that I love. After trading some paint with another car on the freeway, I have some body work to do. From my understanding only about 7k 924s were imported to the US in 1987. S ... |
Topic: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 26
Views: 27033
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Thu Apr 22, 2010 10:37 pm Subject: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
Keep in mind that like organic food, the meaning of synthetic when it comes to engine oil has been changed to include hydro-cracked oils.
Hydro-cracked oils are just natural oils that has been refi ... |
Topic: Question for the experts |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 20
Views: 9372
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 11:05 pm Subject: Question for the experts |
OK I think I figured it out. I have about 30 starts with no problems.
The wiring to the speed sensor was extremely tight. So I am hypothesizing that with the cold weather, there was enough expans ... |
Topic: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 26
Views: 27033
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 11:02 pm Subject: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
Absolutely disagree.
I am a gear head big time. Synthetic not only reduces temperatures of the engine, but reducing friction, thereby reducing wear, but it also has a better additive package to ... |
Topic: Intermittent Starting Issue |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 27
Views: 19765
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2010 10:42 pm Subject: Intermittent Starting Issue |
You can check out the sensors by checking their resistance...
Also, check the voltage at the fuel injectors. Mine was three volts...should be 12... |
Topic: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 26
Views: 27033
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2010 10:37 pm Subject: What oil weight is being run in 924S's? |
| Amsoil 5w30 for me year round.... |
Topic: Question for the experts |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 20
Views: 9372
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2010 10:36 pm Subject: Question for the experts |
I drained about 3 gallons from the tank. I did not see any water. I am still having problems with starting.
It seems that she does not like the cold. It started last night, but this morning sh ... |
Topic: 944 wont start without a prime |
jrrhdmust
Replies: 7
Views: 4713
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Forum: 924S Discussions Posted: Thu Apr 01, 2010 1:47 am Subject: 944 wont start without a prime |
I wonder if this is where the faulty ignition switch comes in.
I have been chasing Gremlins on mine for the last 4 months, with the car not starting in the morning, and then all of a sudden decide ... |
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